EWTN News Nightly

EWTN News Nightly is our daily news and analysis program presenting breaking Catholic News worldwide, top stories, and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 6 & 9 PM EST.
2026-08-11
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 11, 2026
The Church celebrates the Feast of St. Clare of Assisi. Meanwhile, Pope Leo prays for victims of the Colombia earthquake as rescue efforts continue. And, a Catholic counselor shares the first step toward healing a broken relationship with your adult child.
2026-08-10
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 10, 2026
The Chicago White Sox honor Pope Leo XIV with a special "Pope Hat" giveaway. Meanwhile, an Archdiocese in Colombia calls for prayers after a devastating earthquake. And, Pope Leo reflects on one of the most beloved stories in Scripture: Christ walking on water.
2026-08-07
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 7, 2026
Jonathan Roumie & the Chosen cast head to the wild in a new Bear Grylls survival series. Meanwhile, Pope Leo urges Catholics to pray the Liturgy of the Hours. And, a top Vatican official is set to visit Russia following his recent Ukraine mission.
2026-08-06
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 6, 2026
An Iraqi Christian woman wins a landmark case recognizing her faith identity. Meanwhile, thousands of young Catholics welcome Pope Leo to Assisi. And, Pope Leo names a new archbishop in Puerto Rico.
2026-08-05
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 5, 2026
St. Mary Major reenacts the miraculous summer snowfall that led to its construction. Meanwhile, a judge temporarily blocks New York's assisted suicide law for Catholic nursing homes. And, we hear a story from a Catholic daughter's perspective on the harsh reality of her father's assisted death.
2026-08-04
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 4, 2026
On August 4, the Church marks the feast of St. John Vianney. Meanwhile, a WNBA player's stance on trans athletes in women's sports sparks major backlash. And, FIFA abandons a controversial $20 billion plan to sell World Cup stakes.
2026-08-03
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 3, 2026
We explore the controversial Vatican-China agreement on bishops. Meanwhile, hundreds of Armenian Catholics unite in Lebanon as "One Heart in Christ." And, we learn why so many young adults are going "no contact" with family.
2026-07-31
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, July 31, 2026
Archbishop Cordileone was appointed by Pope Leo to the Church's highest court and joins us for an exclusive interview. Meanwhile, we hear from the real Catholic couple who inspired the Netflix film 72 Hours. And, as extreme heat remains common, we learn the warning signs of heat exhaustion.
2026-07-30
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, July 30, 2026
Andrea Bocelli performs for Pope Leo XIV at a special concert. Meanwhile, we meet a Catholic prison minister who prays with death row inmates in their final hours. And, we learn how the Catholic Church brings Christ's mercy to women in prison.
2026-07-29
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Vandals desecrated two statues of Our Lady at the Medjugorje shrine. Meanwhile, for many prisoners, faith becomes a lifeline. We learn how prison ministry can transform lives. And, a new Vatican Bank report highlights financial growth and commitment to sustainability.
2026-07-28
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, July 28, 2026
The Pakistani court will reevaluate the case of a 13-year-old Christian girl forced to convert and marry. Meanwhile, the Archbishop of Miami pushes for urgent action from U.S. senators as TPS for Haitians in the U.S. has expired. And, Trump pays tribute to Blessed Stanley Rother, a martyred priest.
2026-07-27
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, July 27, 2026
Nearly 95 years after his death, Patriarch Elias Hoyek is beatified in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Pope Leo reminds the faithful that God always brings true fulfillment. And, a foster youth program acts as a lifeline for young adults aging out of foster care.
2026-07-24
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, July 24, 2026
Pope Leo prepares to celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly with the theme, "I Will Never Forget You." Meanwhile, amid turmoil, the Vatican considers a possible Ukraine trip for Pope Leo. And some migrant families face an uncertain future after the Supreme Court's TPS ruling.
2026-07-23
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, July 23, 2026
House GOP lawmakers managed to push through a massive legislative package. It includes a trillion-dollar defense policy bill, a stopgap measure to fund federal agencies, and a $95 billion budget blueprint to fund a range of President Trump's priorities. Capitol Hill Correspondent Erik Rosales reports.
2026-07-22
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The Church celebrates the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene, the woman who first proclaimed the Resurrection of Jesus. Meanwhile, Pope Leo continues a busy week with surprise visits and a message to religious. And, tech and media industries continue to reshape their workforces by embracing AI.